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New book explores the world of Palantir's CEO and the rise of the surveillance state

By Steve Inskeep
Published December 30, 2025 at 4:44 AM EST

Author Michael Steinberger talks about "The Philosopher in the Valley," which explores the world of Palantir CEO Alex Karp and one of Silicon Valley's most powerful surveillance companies.

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Steve Inskeep
Steve Inskeep is a host of NPR's Morning Edition, as well as NPR's morning news podcast Up First.
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